Progressive Republican pushes in Illinois politics in 1911
The Geneseo Republic reports on early 1911 progressives in Illinois. Merriam Jones and others mobilize to aid Republican unity. Mayo a separate Springfield group forms to advance progressive principles without factions. Illinois leaders argue reforms depend on trusted guidance and national influence.
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Idlinois
Charles E Merriam
Walter Clyde Jones
Chicago
Taft
LaFollette
Moses E. Clapp
Minnesota
Charles E. Merriam
Chester H. Rowell
Lincoln-Roosevelt Republican League of California
Merriam
Vietram
Springfield
Republican Party
Harburgh
Illinois State Senate
Mlinois
Waterway bonds and public vote prompt reopening debate
The Chicago Record-Herald argues the 1908 deep waterway proposal misled voters and that the water power bill differs from prior pledges. It calls for resubmission to the public, noting conservation cost and the need for majority support before proceeding.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Record-Herald
The
Stauch
Bed Sheets Bill Passes In State Legislature
A bed sheets bill passed by 35 to 4 limits hotel sheets to 1100 inches long and 1 inch wide and requires daily linen changes and individual towels in lavatories. The measure mirrors an Oklahoma law and was drafted by the United Commercial Travelers of America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Commercial Travelers of America
Taft argues reciprocity will benefit nation despite farmer fears
President Taft addresses a Grange delegation on Canadian reciprocity, urging support as the policy promises national gains. He contrasts his stance with Congress leaders and cites Shackleford data showing US sales advantages in horses, cattle, meat, dairy, and breadstuffs to Canada, arguing tariff removal aids overall growth.
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Taft
Granger
Canada
Shackleford
Missouri
House
Ways and Means Committee
United States
Tariff debate on Canada trade favors United States
The article quotes figures showing large U S gains in trade with Canada over five years and argues tariffs would harm farmers. It cites Shackleford and the New York Tribune noting Canada buys more from the U S than it sells and that removing tariffs would benefit both nations with shared traditions and labor.
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Canada
New York Tribune
Taft at His Best Stands by Reciprocity Decision
Chicago Tribune editorial lauds President Taft for backing Canadian reciprocity, declaring he looked into the issue, found it right, and will press ahead despite political risks. It argues he should not retreat, having championed the treaty and accepted responsibility for its fate.
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Taft
National Grange
Canada
Senate
Congress
Chicago Tribune
Commencement Activities at GC1 Highlight Music Botany and Ceremonies
Mr. Martin visits Blooming for botany exhibits and new herbariums impress with variety. Mr. Miller leads a seven piece orchestra rehearsing for commencement. Seniors hold class day in the Armory due to scenery limits. The baccalaureate sermon is set for June 4 at 10 45 in the Presbyterian church. Summer programs include a teachers course and summer examinations. Bicycle riding on GC1 walks is prohibited by city ordinance.
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Martin
Blooming
Miller
Institute Chapel
Armory
Atkinson Hall
Presbyterian Church
Thompson
GC 1
State fair drops auto races for aeroplane features
The 1911 state fair plan replaces automobile races with a seven day aeroplane feature tied to $30,000 in prize events including two $5,000 races. Wright brothers aviation team will send a rep for daily exhibitions, Walter Brookins to fly daily after last year’s Chicago Springfield flight. Speed event prize increase totals $13,500 with a $5000 pace and $500 trot on the program.
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Barney Oldfield
Wright Brothers
Springfield
Walter Brookins
Wright
Chicago
Beate
Syrians Nazera Saigh and Jas Bitar Tie Knot at Kewanee Parish
In the presence of a large gathering at the Presbyterian church in Kewanee Miss Nazera Saigh and Jas Bitar were married with Rev W E Jones officiating. The couple, Syrians, were joined by about forty countrymen, the bride studied at the Damascus Presbyterian mission, and both are members of the local church. A local grocery ad mentions bran, shorts, and low grade flour at L B Rastede’s.
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Presbyterian Church
Kewanee
L. B. Rastede
Burkhart Named Supreme Recorder of Royal Neighbors
Pr Hada M Burkhart the successful candidate for supreme recorder of the Royal Neighbors of America at the Denver convention returns home to a parade and reception in Rock Island Illinois The office of Myrtle Dade’s faction is targeted as the parade passes the Royal Neighbors office and a serenade boosts Burkhart before she takes duties July 4 with expected resignations ahead.
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Hada M. Burkhart
Supreme Recordership of the
Royal Neighbors _of America
Denver
Royal Neighbors
Third Avenue
Sixteenth Street
Myrtle Dade
Burlington Railway To Sprinkler Oil Dust Control Test
The Burlington railroad plans a dust reducing oil spray test in Naperville and Downers Grove yards. A large oil tank device will spray roadbed to curb dust and cinders for heavy passenger routes. If successful, the method may roll out across busy lines.
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Aurora News
Burlington Railroad
Naperville
Downers Grove
Burlington Exystem
Rock Island Man In Chicago after Accidental Shooting
C J Williams of Rock Island received a telegram that his son J L Williams was shot in Chicago Thursday. The injury is not serious and the victim will leave the hospital in a couple of days. The shooting arose from a street fight among laborers and a revolver was fired. The wounded man was taken to St Luke's hospital and treated.
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C J. Williams
Fourth Avenue
Rotk Island
J L. Williams
Chicago
Mr Williams
St Luke's Hospital
Rock Island
Land for sale near Geneseo Illinois in J H Smith estate
1.00 acre tract north of Geneseo with 30 acres cultivated and rest heavy timber. No buildings. Described as rich black bottom soil suited for corn and a potential home site near town. Sold with possession March 1 1912. For details write Samuel Ott executor Geneseo Illinois.
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Geneseo
Ill
J. H. Smith, Sr
Samuel Ott
J H. Smith
Peoria Seeks State Odd Fellows Convention
Peoria plans to host the annual state Odd Fellows convention in September 1912 and all future gatherings. Local lodge members campaign to win business and citizen support, arguing Peoria’s central location and larger size would bring thousands of dollars to the city if the bid succeeds.
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Peoria
The
Odd Fellows
Peoria Journal
Springfield
Springer
Showing Worth War: Army camps lessons for Cuba
The St. Louis Republic notes the Spanish war offered valuable lessons for the U S as 18 600 soldiers or 11 000 if accurate could live in canvas in Texas and California for two months with only one typhoid case. The paper reflects on benefits and comparisons with Cuba and advertises Lager Offerley Co. goods.
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Texas
California
Cuba
St. Louis Republic
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Lieberknecht, Publishers
Geneseo, Ill
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Prince
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Republiaoe
Mr. Shackleford
Taft AT
XO Automobile
Kewanee Church
Burlington Railway CO
Kor Sale
BENT
W. L. Myers Furniture Co
Ceheseo, Irois
Grand-Lodge
Lager, Offerley Co.’s
Weinrich Bros
West First Street
Bs de
Martinet
Genant
Henry County
Patchen Gentry
Rae
Lindan
Allerton
Hillar
Hei
Tosl
John R
Patch
Dan Patch
Jennie Neff
Igit
Tinois
Fred, Ed
Geo. Weinrich
F. W. Gotthardt
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